Product Description: This medium-sized barrel-shaped Chevron bead features a classic combination of white, red, and blue, composed of six layers (6-layer) with a 12-star design. It is an authentic Venetian bead, reflecting the intricate craftsmanship of its time.
Specifications:
Origin: Venice
Estimated Production Period: 1800s to early 1900s
Diameter: 17mm
Length: 23mm
Hole Size: 3mm
Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.
Important Notice:
Due to lighting conditions and the nature of photography, the actual product may appear slightly different in color and pattern compared to the photos. These images are taken under bright lighting to best represent the item's appearance.
About Trade Beads:
Trade beads, also known as "Trade Beads," were produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans in North America. The peak of trade bead production was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, during which millions of beads were produced and exported, primarily from Venice.
